33 Celebrities Who Conquered the Marathon

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4 min read 29-01-2025

Among the thousands of runners gathering at marathon start lines worldwide each year, a few recognizable faces often stand out. While we’re used to seeing celebrities dazzle on stage and screen, some have swapped the red carpet for running shoes, proving that their endurance shines just as brightly as their star power.

For many of these celebrities, running a marathon was more than just a test of physical endurance - it was a deeply personal challenge, a chance to give back to meaningful causes, or a powerful demonstration of their mental resilience and unwavering determination.

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More than a Hollywood leading man, Ryan Reynolds is also a marathon finisher

We’ve compiled an inspiring list of celebrities who have embraced the marathon challenge, complete with their finish times. Join us as we take a look at their marathon efforts and see how they measure up against one of the most demanding endurance tests in the world of running.

NameTimeMarathonYear
Will Ferrell (Actor, Comedian)3:56:12Boston Marathon2003
Oprah Winfrey (Talk Show Host, Media Mogul)4:29:20Marine Corps Marathon1994
Ryan Reynolds (Actor)3:50:22New York City Marathon2008
Gordon Ramsay (Celebrity Chef, TV Personality)3:30:37London Marathon2004
Kevin Hart (Actor, Comedian)4:05:06New York City Marathon2017
Teri Hatcher (Actress)5:06:42New York City Marathon2014
George W. Bush (Former U.S. President)3:44:52Houston Marathon1993
Jennifer Carpenter (Actress)3:34:27New York City Marathon2010
Alanis Morissette (Singer)4:17:03Bizz Johnson Marathon2009
Katie Holmes (Actress)5:29:58New York City Marathon2007
Edward Norton (Actor)3:48:01New York City Marathon2009
Natalie Dormer (Actress)3:51:21London Marathon2016
Bryan Cranston (Actor)3:20:45New York City Marathon1985
Freddie Prinze Jr. (Actor)5:50:49Los Angeles Marathon2006
Mario Lopez (Actor, TV Host)4:23:29New York City Marathon2011
James Cracknell (Olympic Rower)2:43:12London Marathon2019
Pamela Anderson (model, actress)5:41:03New York City Marathon2013
Alicia Keys (Singer)5:50:52New York City Marathon2015
Shia LaBeouf (Actor)4:35:31Los Angeles Marathon2010
Joey Fatone (Singer, NSYNC)5:46:15Disney World Marathon2018
Romesh Ranganathan (Comedian)6:35:21London Marathon2024
Ethan Hawke (Actor)4:25:30New York City Marathon2015
Ashton Kutcher (Actor)3:54:01New York City Marathon2022
Harry Judd (Musician, McFly)3:23:40London Marathon2024
Phil Dunster (Actor, Ted Lasso)4:03:11London Marathon2024
Ellie Kemper (Actress)5:17:39New York City Marathon2022
Flea (Musician, Red Hot Chili Peppers)3:41:49Los Angeles Marathon2012
Amanda Holden (TV personality)4:13:22London Marathon2008
Ronan Keating (Singer, Boyzone)3:59:33London Marathon2008
Jenson Button (Formula One Driver)2:52:30London Marathon2015
Sean Astin (Actor, "Lord of the Rings")4:04:42Los Angeles Marathon1998
Christy Turlington (Model, Activist)3:46:45London Marathon2015
Karlie Kloss (Model)4:41:49New York City Marathon2017

FINAL WORD

Though these celebrities have achieved fame and success in their respective fields, they took on one of the most demanding challenges in sports and persevered. Their commitment to conquering the marathon distance is truly admirable, showcasing dedication and resilience that deserve recognition alongside their other accomplishments.